Austin · HILL COUNTRY SIGHTSEEING DAY TOURS
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West of the city the roads start to roll, and one day out there is worth clearing the calendar for. These are the best Hill Country day trips from Austin: wineries along Highway 290, dance-hall towns, cold swimming holes, and barbecue stops that make the drive, with prices, how long the day runs, and how much time you actually spend in the van.
Austin shuttle to Salt Lick BBQ and two Hill Country wineries, with small-group comfort, guided stops, and all tastings paid on-site.
“Evan Ford made this experience spectacular. Great group, great tour, lots of laughter, exactly what I needed.”
Air-conditioned Mercedes sprinter tour of Austin and the Hill Country in 90 minutes. See the Capitol, bats, UT, lakes, parks, and more.
“The Guide was Great The bus ride was excellent This is highly recommended for new comers!! AUSTIN IS WEIRD!!”
Panoramic Austin and Hill Country by luxury sprinter: bats at Congress Ave, Barton Springs, Mount Bonnell views, free photo stops and bilingual headsets.
“Doug is funny, and he really knows the city. I had a good time! I feel sad now because I'm going home tomorrow.”
Half-day Hill Country wine shuttle from Austin with three stops, small-group comfort, and tastings at Texas wineries with great views.
“Great tour guide- different experience than Fredericksburg in that it was much less crowded- great half day activity!”
Austin shuttle to Salt Lick BBQ and two Hill Country wineries. Small-group van, scenic drive, and tasting time for $69.
“Jax was a terrific guide. Set the tone for a fun trip right from the start.”
Non-stop 90-minute Austin and Hill Country panoramic tour by convertible Mercedes Sprinter, packed with big sights and local guidance.
“Greg was super informative and funny- was an enjoyable and informative 2 hours!”
Half-day Austin/Hill Country wine shuttle with a Mercedes Sprinter, award-winning wineries, and a small-group vibe. From $69 per person.
“Kelty made the tour so much fun! I highly recommend this half day tour!”
Austin limousine group wine tour with 3 Hill Country stops, tableside tasting, and a Salt Lick BBQ lunch break.
“We had the most fantastic day on the private Texas wine tour. Greg our driver was one of a kind and gave us history about Texas and Austin at every stop. The lunch at Salt Lick was outstanding and the three wineries were a perfect amount of time and offered different experiences. Highly recommend this for a 1/2 day while you are visiting or in Austin!”
Half-day Hill Country brewery and distillery shuttle from Austin with a Sprinter van, guided stops at three makers, max 10 people.
“Our tour guide Jax was very nice. The sprinter van was clean. The places we went were fun. Our driver was nice enough to stop on the way back for a bathroom break”
Sip, swirl, and taste Hill Country extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar with small bites near Austin in 30 minutes.
“Unique and fun experience trying olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a variety of different and delicious flavors. Beautiful location and an entertaining and knowledgeable host.”
Ride a 360° convertible panoramic bus through Austin’s best sights, music history, and Hill Country nature stops in 2.5 hours.
“Doug was a very good tour guide providing lots of information on Austin The drive in the open Cabrio was great and we saw all important stops!”
Private 5-hour Austin and Hill Country tour with a licensed chauffeur, free distillery stops, and beer-and-food tastings you pay for.
“We had Steve for a full day during a custom tour of Austin and the experience was excellent. The driver was professional, punctual, and made the day run smoothly. Driving was safe and comfortable throughout and he was also easy and fun to include in all our activities. He blended right in. He was courteous and easy to communicate with. A great choice for an all-day tour—highly recommended. Will use again.”
